Murji'ah

Overview

A sect that held that faith (iman) consists only of belief in the heart, and that actions have no bearing on one's faith. They 'delayed' (irja') judgment of sinners to Allah. Their position on faith was considered dangerous as it could lead to moral laxity.

Key Beliefs

• Faith is only in the heart
• Actions do not affect faith
• No one can be judged as disbeliever for sins
• Delayed judgment to Allah